Let’s chat about lemon balm. Not only is it good to help ease your mind a bit, but research shows it has some other potentially wonderful impacts on our lives as well.
What is Lemon Balm?
Lemon balm is a member of the mint family. Its leaves smell like lemon and are used for medicine and flavoring. Lemon balm can make you feel relaxed and calm. It could also help fight certain viruses and bacteria.
What Does Lemon Balm Do for the Body?
It might give you mental peace, ease headaches, improve your memory, help your kids sleep better,..
Reduce Stress and Anxiety
Research has shown that lemon balm can make you feel less stressed out. Related to this is its ability to bring down your anxiety.
Ease Headaches
Speaking of stress …who among us hasn’t dealt with a stress-induced headache? Lemon balm might be able to help ease that pain.
Improve Memory and Alertness
Some research has shown that lemon balm can help with alertness and memory but at low doses. In a study, it worked great at 0.3 grams, but a higher dose led to fatigue, so if you try it, keep it low.
May Help Insomnia
Do you have kids that are nervous and restless? Lemon balm might help!
Could Help Cold Sores
Cold sores can be unsightly and uncomfortable. An old study shows lemon balm can lead to fewer symptoms like pain, size of the sore, and number of blisters.
Lemon Balm Side Effects
When you eat lemon balm in regular amounts, it’s generally safe. Some dishes use the unique taste in their recipes. There could be mild side effects like increased appetite, nausea, dizziness, or wheezing. We’re not sure if it’s safe for longer than six months though.
s for adults using the essential oil on their skin … it’s usually fine.
Final Thoughts
Lemon balm’s ability to potentially calm the mind, soothe headaches, and help your young kids sleep is enough reason to give this a closer look.
Is it the golden ticket to a stress free life? No, nothing is. It may give you a lift at the end of the day and relaxation and if any daily enhancement helps. Do your research on the quality of what you are buying however, don’t over pay for low quality products!